From January 11 to January 31, players will be able to download the one-shot demo of Resident Evil 2 on PS4, Xbox One and Steam. The mission from this special demo features Leon S. Kennedy and players have 30 minutes to complete it or try again. If you succeed, the end demo will reveal a new cinematic trailer.
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A "one shot demo", eh?
So, a time limited, time limited demo, just to reveal a trailer? Like, fucking seriously? Is the industry now past the point where it feels like giving you a demo is almost charitable and therefore restricts its accessibility? What's next? Paid for demos? Oh, that's right: that's called early access.
I know it's nothing new, because the original game demo back in 1997 was only available on a disc which you got with the RE Director's Cut, but at least they let you keep and play the fucker as many times as you wanted. These companies now, I swear. They shoot themselves in the foot intentionally, it seems. They'd get far more sales for stuff if they just leave a demo up there for anyone to grab if and when. At least the game is out soon.
This is great since it will allow people to see how well it performs on their PC, as well as help with any potential bugs and give the developers feedback on any issues and how to improve the game's performance. Great move by Capcom.
Also of note, EuroGamer has an article stating that there's only 30 minutes to complete the demo, once it's up, you can't play it any longer. However, even if you fail to complete the demo's objective, the trailer will still be unlocked at the end.
For those like me that don't want to play just 30 minutes and then have to stop, it's best to just wait for the full game's release - only 2 weeks away. Afaik, the demo isn't a special part that isn't in the game, so people will get this segment in the full game. There's also no bonus weapon, outfit or items if you play the demo, so no need to play it imho.
For those who want to see the trailer, I bet there's already hundreds of uploads on YouTube as I type this, the only incentive to watch the trailer unlocked in the demo is to watch it in high quality. Though Gamersyde can take care of that - if they're allowed. * wink wink*
@MrWhite calm down bruh lol.
@MrWhite calm down bruh lol.
So for those that are afraid to miss out on anything since they only have 30 minutes, just wait 1-2 days and the Resident Evil community will dissect almost everything in the trailer - just like they did with the Resident Evil 7 demos.
Also, some people in the Resident Evil community have said they will look into ways to stop or work around the 30 minutes timer. Shouldn't take long for people to find a fix, it's a very popular AAA game and I'm sure many modders, software engineers, programmers, etc will look into ways to work around the timer.
Another option is for those with multiple platforms, they will be able to play the demo multiple times. As well as being able to create new accounts.
I know none of this is ideal, but only requires a little bit of patience or effort. Still, as much as I'm excited for the game, I will wait for the full release, this demo feels like getting a taste of something, then when it gets great, you're stopped from enjoying it more.
I would make an analogy about sex, but it works with many things, really. Like watching a movie for 30 minutes and then wait 2 weeks to finish it, listen for a song for 30 seconds or just 1 track from an album, eating the first bite of a great meal, or going out with friends just to down 1 beer and then leave 10 minutes later. What's the point!?
I'm happy they decided to release it for PC too because now I can see if my rig can take it or not
And I think people misconstrue my feelings on this. I'm not "pissed off" nor am I "angry" or whatnot. I'm confused. Baffled at the reasoning to release a demo that is not only time restricted, but time limited in general. It's fucking daft. I mean, what if I download the thing, start it, pause it, and for some reason have to stop and turn off the console or go do something more important? It's something I hope we don't see more of in years to come, or worse, no demos at all, because that's where it all seems to be heading. Games are expensive enough, and getting more expensive, and the reluctance to release a demo of most AAA games fucking stinks. Give money first, ask questions later is their motto.
Thankfully, in the US we have Redbox here
Thankfully, in the US we have Redbox here
As for the demo - even 30 minutes are enough for me. I just want to test how the game controls. I don't know what Capcom did in RE6, but movement/shooting felt so much worse than RE4/5.
You game sucks sega, quit that shit.
Plus, The optimization on this game is nuts. I can't believe i could get 768p60fps with an i32100/gtx650ti
Plus, The optimization on this game is nuts. I can't believe i could get 768p60fps with an i32100/gtx650ti
What is going on with these devs and their lack of ability in HDR in the past few years?